| Amber products excavated from the tomb of the Princess of State Chen,which are known for their varied types,high quality and rich quantities among current discoveries in Liao Dynasty(916-1125)tombs,are breakthrough findings for the study of amber in the period.This essay takes on the subject through comprehensive research on amber materials unearthed in the Liao Dynasty.By means of classified research,it analyzes the subject matters’ categories,functions,technique,and combination usage,examining the historical context in which they were manufactured and used.By looking at the specific material and visual characteristics of the amber from the Liao Dynasty,this essay works to explore the aesthetic and cultural contents of the period.In addition,the materials,craftsmanship and ornamentation of amber at that time also reflect the interaction and dissemination of ideas,art and culture among different regions and regimes. |
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